Job Details

• Job Type: Full-time
• Schedule: Saturday - Wednesday, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
• Pay: $22.00 - $28.00 per hour (Depending on Experience)
• Signing Bonus: $1000 (paid after 120 hours of work)

Overview:

We are seeking a skilled and proactive Dental Assistant capable of managing both clinical and administrative responsibilities. This hybrid role requires a strong understanding of dental procedures, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to efficiently manage both patient-facing and administrative tasks. The ideal candidate will be a detail-oriented team player with a passion for providing exceptional patient care while ensuring smooth clinic operations.

Key Responsibilities:

Clinical Support:

• Assist the dentist during a variety of dental procedures.
• Prepare and sterilize dental instruments and equipment.
• Take and develop dental radiographs (X-rays).
• Prepare and maintain clean, organized, and fully stocked treatment rooms.
• Educate patients on post-operative care and oral hygiene.
• Accurately record patient information in our electronic health records system (Open Dental).

Administrative Support (Front Office):

• Greet and check-in patients in a warm and welcoming manner.
• Schedule and confirm patient appointments and manage patient flow.
• Answer phone calls and respond to patient inquiries professionally.
• Process insurance claims, verify patient coverage, and assist with billing and payments.
• Maintain and update patient records in Open Dental.

Qualifications:

• Dental Assistant certification or diploma from an accredited program (Required).
• Minimum of 1 year of dental assisting experience (Required).
• Proficiency in dental software (Open Dental experience is a plus).
• Knowledge of dental terminology, procedures, insurance verification, billing, and scheduling.
• Ability to commute to Huntington Beach, CA 92648 (Required).
• Excellent communication and multitasking skills.
• Bilingual (Spanish or another language) is a plus.